Florida Department of Education School Bus Bid ITB 2023-02 Price and Ordering Guide
DeSoto County School DistrictSchool · Arcadia, FL- Due
- Dec 31, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Michelle Sikes
- (813) 621-1331
The 30-second brief
The Florida Department of Education is soliciting bids for school bus bodies and chassis, including Types A, C, and D buses and MFSABs. The contract period is effective from February 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.
School bus bodies, School bus chassis, MFSABs, Optional equipment
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Summary
The Florida Department of Education is soliciting bids for school bus bodies and chassis, including Types A, C, and D buses and MFSABs. The contract period is effective from February 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- School bus bodies
- School bus chassis
- MFSABs
- Optional equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Price Index Adjustment
- Seating Capacity Charts
- Optional Air Conditioning
- Optional Engine Pricing
- Optional Tire Information
- Optional Baggage Compartment Information
- Extended Warranty Options
- Video and GPS Systems Contract Options
- Duration
- 11 months
- Scope location
- Florida
- Reported agency
- Florida Department of Education
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from DeSoto County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 31, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Michelle Sikes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including DeSoto County School District in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the ITB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Michelle Sikes at (813) 621-1331. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: School bus bodies, School bus chassis, MFSABs, Optional equipment. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from DeSoto County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from DeSoto County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, DeSoto County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Price Index Adjustment, Seating Capacity Charts, Optional Air Conditioning, Optional Engine Pricing, Optional Tire Information, Optional Baggage Compartment Information, Extended Warranty Options, Vid. Review the full document from DeSoto County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.